Sermons on Joy:

Fruits Of The Holy Spirit

Contributed by Norman Bernad on Jul 20, 2023

When we bent over a plant to pick its fruit, we didn’t expect apples or oranges or kiwi to be attached to the plant. We knew that strawberry plants always bear strawberries.

Fruits of the Holy Spirit Psalm 1 1. Galatians 5:18-26. 2. John 15:1-5 First of all, a fruit plant or tree will only produce one kind of fruit. When we bent over a plant to pick its fruit, we didn’t expect apples or oranges or kiwi to be attached to the plant. We knew that strawberry ...read more

Scripture: Galatians 5:18-26, John 15:1-5

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Praying Like Paul For The Church

Contributed by Richard Wilson on Nov 19, 2001

Paul gives us a strong example of how to pray for the church.

Praying Like Paul For The Church Colossians 1:9-11 9 For this reason, since the day we heard about you, we have not stopped praying for you and asking God to fill you with the knowledge of his will through all spiritual wisdom and understanding. 10 And we pray this in order that you may live a ...read more

Scripture: Colossians 1:9-11

Denomination: Baptist

What If God Gave You A Mission Like He Did The Wisemen?

Contributed by Scott Bradford on Dec 15, 2002

What would be your response if God gave you a mission like He did the wisemen?

Someone once asked the question: "Do you know what would have happened If it had been Three Wise Women, Instead of Three Wise Men?" The answer: They would have asked for directions, Arrived on time, Helped deliver the baby, Cleaned the stable, Made a casserole, Brought practical gifts and There ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 2:1-12

Denomination: United Methodist

What God Gives To Christians Series

Contributed by Paul Clemente on May 6, 2013

What has God given to Christians and how does it impact life?

Last week we started our study of 1 Peter; please open your Bibles there…. We noted that this is a letter to encourage all Christians. Peter, an ordinary fisherman, was called, taught, and empowered by the Lord Jesus Christ. Peter’s call from Jesus was to strengthen Christians. As we ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 1:3-9

Denomination: Independent/Bible

What Have I To Be Thankful For!?

Contributed by James Lee on Dec 4, 2015

this sermon was revised from a sermon by pastor Robert Harmon.

What Have I got to be Thankful for?! 1 Thessalonians 5:16-18 Several things happened this year that just knocked the wind out of me. My father got sick and died. I was left without that source of strength I grew up knowing. The floods came and now part of our roof is covered by a tarp because the ...read more

Scripture: 1 Thessalonians 5:16-18

Denomination: Baptist

Moving Forward Without Regret Series

Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Jan 2, 2026

A call to leave past losses, failures, and disappointments behind and advance confidently into God’s restored future without regret.

MOVING FORWARD WITHOUT REGRET By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: Joel 2:25-26 Key Verse: “And I will restore to you the years that the locust hath eaten… and ye shall eat in plenty, and be satisfied, and praise the name of the Lord your God, that hath dealt wondrously with you: and my people ...read more

Scripture: Joel 2:25-26

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Character Study Of The Ethiopian Eunuch – Converted By Philip Series

Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Mar 26, 2025

The Ethiopian Eunuch’s story is a powerful testimony of how God reaches out to those who seek Him. His hunger for truth led to a divine encounter with Philip, and through the Scriptures, he found Christ.

CHARACTER STUDY OF THE ETHIOPIAN EUNUCH – CONVERTED BY PHILIP By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: Acts 8:26-39 "Then Philip opened his mouth, and began at the same scripture, and preached unto him Jesus." (Acts 8:35, KJV) Supporting Texts: Isaiah 53:7-8, John 6:44, Romans 10:17, Matthew ...read more

Scripture: Acts 8:26-39

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Preparation Series

Contributed by Steve Shepherd on Dec 2, 2011

How do you prepare for death or the Lord’s coming? Paul tell us how to prepare. 1- Rejoice in the Lord 2- Be gentle toward all 3- Trust the Lord in prayer

INTRO.- Preparation is important in all of life. ILL.- Some guy wrote: “One morning I went out to start car to go to church. Flat tire. Lucky I had a spare. I changed tire quickly and was on my way. I didn’t think to drop spare off to be fixed. I thought, "I’ll get around to it." Within ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 4:4-7

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

The Sweet Taste Of Love Series

Contributed by D. Greg Ebie on Nov 8, 2002

What is the defining mark of your life? For those connected to Jesus, the true vine, the fruit of our lives should have THE SWEET TASTE OF LOVE!

Think with me for just a moment. If you were given only ONE WORD to describe Jesus, what would that word be? What single word best describes His heart for people, His personality as He interacted with His disciples and others He came into contact with? What word best describes how Christ has ...read more

Scripture: John 15:9-17, John 15:17

Denomination: Assembly Of God

When Mountains Won't Move

Contributed by Antonio Torrence on Nov 18, 2000

We will face obstacles as we strive onward to Mount Zion but we must see them as opportunities for ministry

"When Mountains Won't Move" -Reverend A. LaMar Torrence, Pastor of Cross of Life Lutheran Church “I am bound for Mount Zion way up on a hill.And if anyone is going to make it, surely I will." Those words seem to sum up our mission as we travel along our pilgrim's journey. We seek to obtain that ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 25:6-10

Denomination: Lutheran

The Word Of Life Series

Contributed by David Owens on Jan 16, 2007

In this introduction to 1 John we learn about John’s Mandate, John’s Message, and John’s motive in writing this letter.

Introduction: A. Today we begin a series of sermons on the little book of 1 John. 1. All Scripture is God-breathed and is therefore sacred, and powerful. 2. Whenever I begin a new study of a section of God’s Word, I am struck by two very strong emotions. 3. First, I experience a great sense of ...read more

Scripture: 1 John 1:1-4

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

The King's Highway

Contributed by Kevin Burden on Aug 13, 2008

While Isaiah writes about a real road that will exist in the future, I want to speak to you about a spiritual road that exists today. I want to show that the blessings Israel is looking forward to – are experienced by the saints of God today.

THE KING’S HIGHWAY Pastor Kevin W. Burden Carter Creek Baptist Church For Sunday AM, August 10, 2008 Isaiah 35:7-10 “And the parched ground shall become a pool, and the thirsty land springs of water: in the habitation of dragons, where each lay, shall be grass with reeds and rushes. 8 And an ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 35:1-10

Denomination: Baptist

Breaking Fear - Revisited Series

Contributed by Edward Hardee on Mar 10, 2013

A message about stewardship and fear. Revisited.

Breaking Fear - Revisited Theme: Breaking the fear of moving and restoring the joy. Text: Matthew 25:14-30 Introduction This morning I would like us to take a look at Matthew 25:14 -30. This passage is titled the Parable of the Talent. As I read this passage I want you to underline a few words. ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 25:14-30

Denomination: Church Of God

The Spirit Filled Life Part I

Contributed by Martin Wiles on Sep 7, 2010

This sermon examines the first three fruits of the Spirit.

THE SPIRIT-FILLED LIFE PART I GALATIANS 5:22,23 INTRODUCTION We might imagine buying a tree. It has no leaves on it or any fruit because it is only a seedling ready to plant. Unless there was a tag attached to it, we would not know what kind of tree it was. Suppose we bought it anyway and took it ...read more

Scripture: Galatians 5:22

Denomination: Baptist

Mothering Sunday

Contributed by Geoffrey Foot on Mar 10, 2018

Mothering Sunday, the 4th Sunday in Lent focuses on 3 mothers - Mary the mother of Jesus, Mother Church and our own mothers.

Mothering Sunday A 102 year old lady was asked if she had any worries. Her reply, 'No not now I have got my youngest son in an old people's home'. I guess parents never stop worrying about their children. However, sometimes it's the children that worry about their parents and the things they ...read more